East Dorset Police

03/11/2026

APPEAL | We are investigating a burglary at a home in West Moors and appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.

Dorset Police received a report around 8pm on Sunday 1 November 2026 in relation to a burglary that had occurred at an address off Ringwood Road near to Palmersford roundabout.

It was reported entry was gained to a residential property by two men at around 12.50am that day while the occupants were away. Nothing was stolen but a television was damaged.

The offenders are described as white and around 18-20-years-old, with one a slightly larger build than the other.

Police Constable George Nash, of East Dorset police, said: “We are investigating this burglary and I am appealing for anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity in the area during the early hours of Sunday 1 November 2026 – or who has captured any relevant home CCTV, doorbell camera or dashcam footage – to please contact us.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police online or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55260171323. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online using its website or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.

02/11/2026

👮‍♂️ Meet Your Local Team 👋

I’m PC 2927 Phil Robbins. I’ve been in policing for 17 years in total, starting out as a PCSO for 6 years before becoming a Police Constable, where I’ve now served for 11 years. I’ve been working in this area for the past 4 years. I joined policing for the challenge and variety that every shift brings, and of course the opportunity to make a real difference. Before joining Dorset Police, I worked in financial services, and earlier in my policing career I worked on patrol responding to incidents.

What I enjoy most about neighbourhood policing is being able to focus on the longer-term issues that really impact people’s quality of life. In particular, I spend a lot of time tackling anti-social behaviour and working to make our communities safer and more enjoyable places to live. One of the best things about East Dorset is the mix of urban and rural areas, it’s a great community to be part of 🌳🏡

When you see me out on patrol, I want you to feel reassured, understood and safe. If you’re ever nervous about approaching a police officer, please don’t be, we’re here to help. You can always stop me for a chat when I’m out and about, or get in touch via our online channels.

When I’m off duty, I enjoy watching sport, getting stuck into a bit of DIY, and walking my dog 🐕

One thing I’d like you to know about me is that I genuinely care about the issues affecting you and your quality of life, and I’ll always do my best to help.

And finally… it’s tea all the way for me ☕

As part of the Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee uplift, new officers have joined teams across Dorset. We thought it would be a great opportunity to reintroduce the officers working in your community and help you get to know your local policing team. You will see further posts over the next couple of weeks introducing the team.

02/11/2026

30/10/2026

Halloween not your thing?

That’s ok, cosy up with a hot drink and wait for this to blow over 🧟‍♂️

Want to embrace the spooky season? That’s great too🧹

Whatever your preference is, head over to our website: https://orlo.uk/kte0V where you can download the relevant poster to print

30/10/2026

Wimborne NPT Weekly Update 🚔

🚔 Continued high-visibility patrols across Wimborne, Corfe Mullen and surrounding areas, focusing on hotspot locations and areas identified by the community.

📨 Several Stage 1 Warning Letters were issued to individuals involved in anti-social behaviour in Sturminster Marshall following reports from local residents.

⚠️ Issued a Community Protection Warning (CPW) to an individual in Wimborne as part of ongoing work to tackle persistent anti-social behaviour and improve the quality of life for local residents.

👮 Officers made two arrests this week:
• One arrest of a wanted person. ❗
• One arrest for driving whilst over the prescribed alcohol limit. ❗

🏎️ Assisted our Roads Policing colleagues with a driver committing traffic offences, helping to keep our roads safe.

🏠 Conducted visits to vulnerable residents, providing reassurance, safeguarding support and crime prevention advice.

🤝🏻 Attended multi-agency meetings with partner organisations to discuss ongoing community concerns, share information and develop joint problem-solving plans.

💬 Continued engagement with residents, businesses and partner agencies to address local concerns and improve community safety.

✅ Following successful enquiries, those responsible for the recent criminal damage at Corfe Mullen Recreation Ground have been identified and will be dealt with appropriately.

🎃 As Halloween approaches, we would like to wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Halloween and a relaxing weekend. Please be considerate of your neighbours, look out for one another and help us keep our communities safe. 👻

👮🏼 Thank you to everyone who continues to report issues and engage with your local Neighbourhood Policing Team. Your information helps us identify issues and take positive action.

📞 To report non-emergency incidents, visit Dorset Police online or call 101. In an emergency, always call 999.

🧛🏻 Have a spooktacular Halloween and a great weekend from all of us at Wimborne NPT! 🚔☠️👋🏻

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29/10/2026

Verwood Neighbourhood Policing Team

🚓💙 Neighbourhood Policing Weekly Update 💙🚓

This week, your local neighbourhood policing team has continued working closely with our communities, focusing on crime prevention, tackling anti-social behaviour, supporting vulnerable individuals, and helping to resolve neighbourhood disputes across the area.

🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️ Community Patrols & ASB We have responded to reports of anti-social behaviour and suspected drug-related activity in both Verwood and Three Legged Cross, while maintaining regular high-visibility foot patrols in key locations, including Potterne Park. These patrols are particularly important during the school half-term period, providing reassurance and addressing local concerns.

🚨 Officers also attended an alarm activation at Potterne Park and carried out follow-up enquiries where required.

🤝 Supporting Vulnerable Residents Our team has continued to support vulnerable members of the community

🚗⚠️ Road Safety Update Road safety remains a key priority for the team.

👏 Congratulations to the Alderholt Community Speed Watch (CSW) team on their first live deployment. Volunteers monitored 266 vehicles and identified 5 drivers travelling above the speed threshold. Those motorists will be receiving Community Speed Watch warning letters.

📸🚓 Speed Enforcement Activity Speed Enforcement Support Officer Janice Beck conducted enforcement on Horton Road, working alongside the existing Community Speed Watch team. 📊 During the operation: ✅ 35 speeding offences were identified and dealt with.

🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️ Could You Volunteer? We are currently looking for additional volunteers to support Community Speed Watch schemes in Verwood and Sixpenny Handley. If you are interested in helping improve road safety and reduce speeding concerns within your community, we would love to hear from you. Please contact us on https://orlo.uk/4YKdW or [email protected]

💬 Thank you to everyone who continues to support local policing and reports concerns to us.

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27/10/2026

We want your Halloween to be absolutely fang-tastic 🧛‍♂️

But please remember that Halloween can be a scary time for some. If you are out trick-or-treating, look for the houses that are decorated so you can be sure they are welcoming visitors 🎃

Some people may get distressed by strangers knocking on their door so please be considerate and, if you are not sure, stick to the houses of people you know so that everyone can have a stay safe season.

Whether you are welcoming trick-or-treaters or not wanting visitors head to our website: https://orlo.uk/D63YA and download the poster relevant to you 👻

26/10/2026

👮‍♂️ Meet Your Local Team 👋

I'm PC Tom Llewellyn (1991) and I've recently joined the neighbourhood policing team, having spent the last month getting to know the area. I've been a police officer for 7 years, and before that I served as a PCSO for 3 years. Before becoming a police officer, I worked at ASDA, and I also spent 5 years as a member of Dorset Police staff working in the evidence store.

One of the things I enjoy most about neighbourhood policing is working closely with the community and getting to know people from all walks of life. I believe that building strong relationships is key to keeping our communities safe. The issues I'm particularly passionate about helping with are road safety and vehicle crime prevention. My favourite things about the local area are Wimborne Model Town and the beautiful River Stour.

If you see me out on patrol, I hope you feel reassured and comfortable enough to stop me for a chat. If speaking to a police officer makes you nervous, please don't worry. We're a friendly team and we're here to help.

💬 If you have a concern or question, the best way to speak with me is to say hello if you see me out and about. If that’s not possible, you can always report online and it will come through to me.

A few quick facts:
👨‍👧‍👦 When I'm off duty, I enjoy spending time with my children.
🍵 Tea over coffee every time!
👂 Most importantly, I'd like local residents to know that I'm always happy to listen to your concerns and will do my very best to help.

I look forward to meeting more of you around the community in the coming weeks and months. Please don't hesitate to stop and say hello! 👋

As part of the Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee uplift, new officers have joined teams across Dorset. We thought it would be a great opportunity to reintroduce the officers working in your community and help you get to know your local policing team. You will see further posts over the next couple of weeks introducing the team.

24/10/2026

Wimborne NPT Weekly Update

🚔 High visibility patrols have continued across Wimborne and surrounding areas, focusing on known hotspot locations to provide reassurance and deter anti-social behaviour.

🚶🏻‍♂️ Officers have conducted targeted patrols following reports of youth-related ASB and littering, engaging with young people and addressing concerns raised by local residents.

🤝 As part of our ongoing "Do You Know Where Your Kids Are?" initiative, officers have engaged with young people in the town and surrounding areas, promoting positive behaviour and community safety.

💙 Officers conducted visits to vulnerable addresses, carrying out welfare checks and working with partner agencies to ensure appropriate safeguarding measures and support are in place.

❤️ Working alongside colleagues, officers assisted in locating a missing person in Ferndown, helping to ensure they were found safely and received the appropriate support and safeguarding they required.

🚑 Assisted with a vehicle collision in Corfe Mullen.

We would like to thank everyone who has taken the time to speak with officers this week and report issues affecting their community.
📞 Please continue to report incidents via 101 or online at www.dorset.police.uk. Always call 999 in an emergency.

Have a wonderful weekend 🙂

Wimborne NPT

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23/10/2026

🚓 Ferndown Neighbourhood Policing Team - Weekly Round-Up 🚓

It’s been another busy week for your local neighbourhood team, with officers and PCSOs working across the area to keep our communities safe.

✅ Located and safeguarded a vulnerable missing person
✅ Visited victims of crime and provided ongoing support
✅ Followed up concerns relating to fraud and scam reports
✅ Seized an illegally modified pedal cycle 🚲
✅ Investigated reports of anti-social behaviour
✅ Conducted hotspot patrols in key locations 👮‍♂️👮‍♀️
✅ Attended multi-agency meetings to help safeguard vulnerable members of our community 🤝

🎃 With Halloween approaching, PCSO Adam has also dropped off FREE "No Trick or Treaters" posters at Ferndown Library and West Moors Town Council Offices. If you'd like a poster to display, pop in and pick one up.

Thank you to everyone who has spoken with us this week and continues to report concerns. Your information helps us target our patrols and address issues affecting our communities.

💙 Stay informed by signing up to Dorset Alert for local policing updates and crime prevention advice.

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